Teri - Samba
Teri is a village situated in the Samba tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Samba, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sarna Old serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teri is 006348. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Teri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teri
According to the 2011 Census, Teri village had a total population of 144 people, including 75 males and 69 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Teri
Teri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Teri
Public transport in the Teri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Teri is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teri
Where is Teri located?
Teri village is located in Samba Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teri?
The Gram Panchayat of Teri is Sarna Old.
What is the pincode of Teri?
The pincode of Teri is 184121.
What is the population of Teri?
Teri had a total population of 144, including 75 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Teri?
Teri had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teri was 70.34%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 57.89%.